Otter Rd. over Br. Mud Creek
GoodOgle County, Illinois · 4.0 N.W. Leaf River · Structure no. 071306900000000
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Channel Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 36 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 2017 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
Otter Rd. over Br. Mud Creek is a concrete channel beam carrying Otter Rd. over Br. Mud Creek in Ogle County, Illinois. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 years old, older than the Illinois average of 45.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 52 by 2046. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Otter Rd. over Br. Mud Creek built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is Otter Rd. over Br. Mud Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in August 2023.
How much traffic does Otter Rd. over Br. Mud Creek carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (2017 count).
How long is Otter Rd. over Br. Mud Creek?
The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns Otter Rd. over Br. Mud Creek?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.